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Detailed explanation-1: -She’s also previously held the Guinness World Records title for highest catch of a cricket ball. Her record of 82.5 m (270 ft 8 in) stood from January to July 2019. The current record is 119.86 m (393 ft 2.897 in), held by Thimothy Shanon Jebaseelan (Australia).

Detailed explanation-2: -The Guinness record for the highest catch of a cricket ball is 114 metres and belongs to Kristan Baumgartner (UK).

Detailed explanation-3: -Putting his body on the line once more, he expertly positioned himself underneath the falling ball and grasped it safely between both hands. From a height of 119.86 m (393 ft 3 in), Thimothy successfully achieved the highest catch of a cricket ball ever.

Detailed explanation-4: -The MCG is owned by the VIctorian Government through the MCG Trust and is managed by the Melbourne Cricket Club. Its current capacity is 100,018.

Detailed explanation-5: -Since it was built in 1853, the MCG has undergone numerous renovations. It served as the centerpiece stadium of the 1956 Summer Olympics, the 2006 Commonwealth Games and two Cricket World Cups: 1992 and 2015. It will also serve as the host for the opening ceremonies of the 2026 Commonwealth Games.